About

Butterfly Space is a socially responsible non-profit eco-lodge.
We are located on the picturesque rocky shores overlooking Lake Malawi and the forested mountains of Nkhata Bay. Each chalet is bespoke and uniquely designed to fit in with our beautiful and natural environment.

We offer a range of accommodation to suit all budgets, from spacious and secluded en-suite rooms, to cosy budget chalets made from local natural materials, along with dormitories, and naturally shaded camping. We have a lively bar with a deck over the lake, a pool table, and regular events, and a restaurant which serves delicious but reasonably priced local and international meals.

Guests can make use of our free gym, snorkels & paddleboards, use our hot open air shower with amazing views, enjoy some of the exciting activities offered by our community, or just relax, have a massage on our private beach in a hammock, and enjoy this amazing space!

Butterfly Space Lodge - Terms & Conditions:

Cancellation policy: 1 day before arrival. In case of a late cancellation or No Show, you will be charged the first night of your stay.

Check in from 14:00 to 24:00 .
Check out before 11:00 .

Payment upon arrival by cash.
Taxes not included.

General:
24 hour Reception.
No curfew.

House Rules

Check In

14:00 - 23:00

Check Out

until 11:00

  • Taxes Not Included
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Facilities

  • Free Parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Free Internet Access
  • Meeting Rooms
  • Luggage Storage
  • Tours/Travel Desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Reception (limited hours)
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Reviews

10Superb(8)
  • Value for Money
    10.0
  • Security
    10.0
  • Atmosphere
    10.0
  • Cleanliness
    10.0
  • Staff
    10.0
  • Location
    10.0
  • Facilities
    10.0
Summary of traveller reviews

Butterfly Space Lodge in Nkhata Bay offers a fantastic social atmosphere with a great bar area and opportunities for chilling. Guests love the comfortable beds, hot outdoor showers with views, and the beautiful lakeside location perfect for water activities. It's ideal for solo travellers and groups seeking a vibrant social scene.

Stayed in Mar 2025
10
T
Teodor
Male, 25-30, Czech Republic
Awesome place with good vibes.
Stayed in Mar 2025
9.7
N
Neil
Male, 31-40, France
Really enjoyed my stay. A really nice part of the lake for the free snorkeling and paddleboarding! Social bar area but places to chill to. Beds were comfy.
Stayed in Sept 2024
5.1
P
Piotr
Male, 41+, Poland
The place is run down, poorly maintained and urgently requires some renovation. Rooms are low standard, but economic. I stayed at a potentially nice hut directly on the lake side with water vaves just beneath the verandah. But one third of window panes were broken. It is not particularly clean. The lodge has a system of compost toilets (no water flush, just sawdust and ash) which can be really smelly. The restaurant offers good and reasonably priced food, there is a nice barvto hang out. You can
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Location

Butterfly Space Lodge, Chikale Road, Nkhata Bay, Nkhata Bay, Malawi
1.4km from city centre